Question

Assertion (A): After pasteurization, the amount of inorganic phosphate increases.
Reason (R): Phospholipids and some dissolved esters split.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

Understand the chemical changes during pasteurization to ensure better control over product quality.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

In milk, pasteurization induces the breakdown of phospholipids and dissolved esters, thereby increasing inorganic phosphate levels. This occurs because heat treatment alters the chemical structure of these compounds. The reason (R) directly explains the assertion (A) by providing the mechanism for this observed increase in inorganic phosphate.